Strategic Sourcing Manager – Thermal Liquid Cooling
About The Position
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager – Thermal Liquid Cooling to be based in our Secaucus, New Jersey office. This role will lead sourcing and supply chain execution for Thermal Liquid Cooling solutions supporting server and rack-level systems. You will partner closely with suppliers, engineering, and cross-functional teams to ensure material readiness, cost transparency, and supply continuity across all design and NPI milestones. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, milestone-driven environment. You bring strong analytical judgment, clear communication skills, and a proactive mindset when managing suppliers, risks, and material constraints. You thrive in cross-functional collaboration, take ownership through issue resolution, and consistently drive results beyond baseline expectations.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of: BOM structures Design processes for Thermal Liquid Cooling in server and rack-level systems
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly: Excel (including data analysis, pivots, and lookups) PowerPoint
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Technology Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Proficiency in English; bilingual Mandarin preferred
- Solid foundation in procurement and supply chain principles
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting ODM/OEM manufacturing environments or server system solutions
- Direct exposure to supply chain, procurement, or sourcing functions
Responsibilities
- Lead RFQs with Thermal Liquid Cooling suppliers, including: Costed BOMs NPI development costs Design change history across design milestones
- Manage and track Thermal Liquid Cooling BOMs and part numbers throughout each phase of the design lifecycle
- Own raw material readiness with Thermal Liquid Cooling suppliers: Track and report material shortages Partner with internal functions and suppliers to pull in delivery schedules Proactively reduce supply chain risk
- Release Thermal Liquid Cooling forecasts and demand orders to suppliers and negotiate delivery commitments
- Partner with Thermal Liquid Cooling suppliers and engineering teams to: Identify material readiness risks Execute mitigation plans Reduce excess and obsolete (E&O) exposure
- Maintain structured trackers and reporting mechanisms to support planning, execution, and decision-making
- Drive accountability through proactive issue ownership and timely resolution
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
